I live in a coastal community but am not a big beach lover...this summer, instead of traveling to far away places, I've been enjoying the waves, sand and sun right here in my town. I'll never be a ...

Help! I just bought a 1950s dining table (gold legs, cream counter top with gold speckles and some gold detail in the corners). The chairs that match came with it all for $40 at a consignment shop!...

Although not completely my style, I appreciate the set for Miss Pettigrew Lives for a Day. It's so 1940's glam! I was inspired to give some more glitz to my place after seeing that!

I agree that you should give it a fresh coat of white and definitely leave the handles as they are. I think if you try to modernize it too much, you'll lose that contrast b/t the styles and it will...

I have a desk very similar! Does yours have a secret shelf for a typewriter inside? That thing is dangerous!!

although I am a committed mocha drinker, I'll order something like a pumpkin spice latte and let that cozy smell take over! Knowing that it's almost scarf season makes me giddy!!

I think our apartments would be friends! I love your place and am so inspired to rearrange a bit now. I was noticing the little things like vases, pictures and "knick knacks" and I bet there is a s...

I'm so impressed by this home! Everything flows together and makes it so comfortable. I appreciate that you let us see the exterior as well-it's beautiful!

oh how i love this place! it has just the right amount of cottage and city with a touch of whimsy. i'm moved by this story and so excited for you, Joan...congratulations!

oh how i wish we had a trader joe's nearby! thanks for posting this beautiful picture of these beautiful flowers!!